Burnsville High School vs Universal Academy South Elementary
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in Minnesota, United States, 2.2 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Burnsville High School
Burnsville · Public high · Grades 9–12
2,029 students
Universal Academy South Elementary
Burnsville · Charter elementary · Grades K–6
103 students
| Measure | Burnsville High School Burnsville, Minnesota | Universal Academy South Elementary Burnsville, Minnesota |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 48 Lower 50% | 25 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #321 of 433 | #864 of 923 |
| National rank | #9050 of 16,910 | #41549 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Charter |
| Type | High | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades 9–12 | Grades K–6 |
| Students | 2,029 | 103 |
| Enrollment | 2,029 | 103 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 49.6% | 92.2% |
| Students per teacher | 17.6 | 17.2 |
| Reading proficiency | 54% | – |
| Math proficiency | 40% | – |
| city | Burnsville | Burnsville |
| state | Minnesota | Minnesota |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Burnsville High School scores higher on the Success Index (US) (47.5 vs 25.3).
- •Burnsville High School does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (49.6% vs 92.2%).
- •Universal Academy South Elementary does better on students per teacher (17.2 vs 17.6).
- •Burnsville High School is the larger school with 2,029 students compared with 103.
- •Burnsville High School is a public school while Universal Academy South Elementary is a charter school, so fees and admission rules differ.
The Success Index (US) summarises published results and context from official data. It does not measure teaching quality or fit. Methodology.
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Frequently asked questions
Is Burnsville High School better than Universal Academy South Elementary?
On the Success Index (US), Burnsville High School ranks higher (47.5 vs 25.3 out of 100). The index is built from published results and context data, not from teaching quality or fit, so visit both schools before deciding.
How far apart are Burnsville High School and Universal Academy South Elementary?
About 2.2 km in a straight line, between Burnsville and Burnsville in Minnesota.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Burnsville High School: 2,029. Universal Academy South Elementary: 103. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Burnsville High School and Universal Academy South Elementary rank in Minnesota?
Burnsville High School is 321st of 433 and Universal Academy South Elementary is 864th of 923 among high schools in Minnesota on the 2025 Success Index (US).